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Can the car still be driven when the oil life indicator shows 0?

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KateFitz
07/28/2025, 06:04:02 AM

No. Here is the relevant introduction about engine oil: Function: Engine oil, also known as engine lubricant, serves to lubricate and reduce friction, assist in cooling, seal against leaks, prevent rust and corrosion, and provide shock absorption for the engine. Classification: Gasoline engine oils are divided into two types: mineral oil and synthetic oil, with synthetic oil further categorized into semi-synthetic and full-synthetic oils. Composition: Engine oil consists of base oil and additives. The base oil is the main component of lubricating oil, determining its basic properties, while additives compensate for and improve the shortcomings of the base oil, imparting certain new characteristics, making them an essential part of lubricating oil.

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